Liverpool Premier League Fixtures 2024/2025: What to Expect
Liverpool’s Premier League Fixture List Unveiled
The 2024/2025 Premier League season is on the horizon, and Liverpool fans are already buzzing with anticipation. Dave Hendrick on the Daily Red Podcast on Anfield Index breaks down the fixtures, offering insightful analysis and predictions. Here’s a deep dive into the upcoming season for the Reds.
August: A Challenging Start
Liverpool kick off their season with an away game against newly promoted Ipswich Town. Hendrick pointed to fellow AI contributor Simon Brundish who pointed out, “If you’re going to get a 12:30 slot across the season, this is the best one to get because you’re not overcoming anything; you’re not coming back from another game, you’re just going into this game ready to perform.” Following Ipswich, Liverpool faces Brentford at Anfield and then Manchester United at Old Trafford. A trip to Old Trafford so early in the season is a stern test, but it’s better to get it out of the way sooner rather than later.
September: Favorable Fixtures
September looks relatively straightforward, with matches against Nottingham Forest, Bournemouth, and Wolves. As Hendrick notes, “Molineux is a tough place to go, but we should win that game. Bournemouth at home won’t be easy, but we should win the game. Forest has a lot of talent in the squad, but again, we should win the game.”
October: A Testing Month
October is a mixed bag with Crystal Palace away, Chelsea at home, and Arsenal away. These fixtures sandwich an international break, potentially disrupting momentum. Hendrick highlights the challenge: “Palace obviously ended the season looking like the best team that had ever been put together… Chelsea under a new manager like ourselves but starting at a much lower point… and then Arsenal away from home.”
November and December: The Critical Winter Period
November is particularly challenging with fixtures against Brighton, Aston Villa, Southampton, and Manchester City. “Brighton and then Villa and City are of a different level,” says Hendrick. December includes tough away games against Newcastle and Everton, alongside home games against Fulham and Leicester City on Boxing Day. “Not the easiest run in the six games, four of them away from home,” Hendrick observes.
January to May: The Run-In
The new year begins with a clash against Manchester United at home. February features tricky fixtures against Bournemouth, Wolves, and City. March and April have fewer fixtures due to international breaks but still present challenges with matches against Southampton, Aston Villa, Everton, Fulham, West Ham, and Leicester.
The season concludes in May with matches against Chelsea, Arsenal, Brighton, and Crystal Palace. Hendrick sums up, “A difficult end for the season… our last five Tottenham Home, Chelsea away, Arsenal Home, Brighton away, Palace home. Now, obviously, things can change if games get postponed and moved for whatever reason, but that’s a tough run.”
Key Takeaways
Hendrick’s analysis paints a picture of a season with a tough start, a challenging winter, and a difficult finish. The early fixture against Manchester United could set the tone for the season. The winter period, with games against top-six rivals, will be crucial in determining Liverpool’s title chances.
The fixtures highlight the need for depth and resilience in the squad. With potential injuries and international breaks disrupting the flow, Slot’s men must be at their best throughout the season. Liverpool’s ability to navigate these fixtures will be a testament to their title credentials.
Final Thoughts
As Liverpool prepares for another gruelling Premier League campaign, fans will hope for a strong start and a resilient finish. The insights from the Daily Red Podcast provide a valuable perspective on what to expect. With strategic planning and solid performances, Liverpool can navigate this challenging fixture list and aim for Premier League glory.